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Healthcare costs are projected to increase substantially in 2025. Estimates show a similar growth in spending to 2024, marking multiple years of compounding costs. Specifically, healthcare costs in the United States are likely to increase by 7%-8% in 2025, according to the following data from multiple surveys: Large employers predicted their healthcare costs would rise […]

How to Avoid Insurance Gaps Small businesses in all industries face numerous risks that can lead to significant financial losses. To mitigate these exposures, businesses secure insurance. Many considerations go into building an insurance portfolio; business leaders must be mindful of policy specifics, such as limits and exclusions. Failure to adequately address a business’s insurance […]

Candles are used in various religious services and ceremonies and can be an essential part of worship. However, they can pose serious fire risks to religious institutions and should be used with caution. This article discusses the risks candles pose and how to mitigate them. The Risks Candles are a fire hazard that can cause […]

For some, the lyrics “with those holiday greetings and gay happy meetings when friends come to call, it’s the hap-happiest season of all” stirs happy memories of Christmas caroling. However, for others, the holidays can be one of the most stressful and isolating times of the year. The season often brings a whirlwind of demands—shopping, […]

Many employee benefits are subject to annual dollar limits that are adjusted for inflation. For 2025, most of these limits have increased. Key Benefit Limits for 2025: Health Savings Account (HSA) Contributions Single Coverage: $4,300 (up $150 from 2024) Family Coverage: $8,550 (up $250 from 2024) Catch-up Contributions: $1,000 HDHP Minimum Deductible Single Coverage: $1,650 […]

All too often, illness or injury appears out of the blue: You wake up in the middle of the night with intense abdominal pain.  Or your baby spikes a high fever on the weekend. These situations are stressful and it’s hard to think when you’re under stress. But you need to decide where to go […]

As the year comes to an end, a crucial compliance deadline looms for employers with health plans. Under the Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA), health plans and insurance issuers must submit a Gag Clause Compliance Attestation by December 31, 2024. Since its enactment in 2020, this regulation prohibits health plans from including gag clauses—provisions that limit […]

The holiday season is a time for joy and celebration, but it can also be a time for accidents and injuries. To ensure a safe and festive holiday season, be mindful of these common hazards and take the necessary precautions: 1. Fire Hazards: Dry Christmas Trees: Ensure your Christmas tree is well-watered to prevent fires. […]

Employee benefits can be a complex landscape, filled with acronyms and unfamiliar terms. In fact, more than 50% of American adults report that they don’t have a clear understanding of their health insurance.  Many people are confused because they reach adulthood without ever learning the basics of health insurance terminology.  Illiteracy about health insurance is […]

In today’s diverse workplaces, effective communication across generations is essential for fostering collaboration, productivity, and a positive work environment. Understanding the unique communication preferences of each generation can help bridge the gap and create a more inclusive and harmonious workplace. Technology can play a crucial role in bridging the generational gap and facilitating seamless communication. […]